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» Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Ukraine
Asked about the situation in Ukraine, the PMS said the important test would be seeing actions on the ground supporting Ukrainian elections later in May. The Foreign Secretary had said all Ukrainians should have the opportunity to express their democratic will. original source.
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» Friday, May 9, 2014
Missing prisoner
Asked if the Prime Minister was concerned about the case of the missing prisoner Michael Wheatley, PMS said that the Prime Minister shared the concerns of the Justice Secretary and that it was right that there would be an urgent review into the matter. The Justice Secretary had recently set out measures to tighten the […]
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Chilcot Inquiry
Asked about the Chilcot Inquiry, PMS said that it was right that the independent Chilcot report into the Iraq war would be published as soon as it was ready to be published. original source.
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Policy implementation
Asked about the discussion in cabinet that had focused on policy implementation, PMS said that cabinet regularly discussed commitments and policies, and there had been a wide discussion amongst cabinet colleagues about the importance of implementing policy, particularly in light of the new Parliamentary session which would begin soon. original source.
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Cabinet
The Prime Minister?s Official Spokesperson (PMS) gave an update on the cabinet agenda following a meeting earlier that day. original source.
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» Thursday, May 8, 2014
Nigeria
Asked if there was any further offer of assistance to the Nigeria government, the PMS said that the government would continue to offer assistance in response to the truly appalling and shocking kidnapping of hundreds of girls. The PMS said he was not aware that the Nigerians had made any requests for assistance. original source.
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Pfizer/AstraZeneca
Asked about international takeovers, the PMS said that the senior government officials would continue to actively engage with both Pfizer and AstraZeneca on the importance of the life sciences industry, research and development and the skills base within the UK economy. He said that it would be a matter for the companies and their shareholders […]
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» Tuesday, May 6, 2014
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Growth figures
Asked about the growth figures announced that day, the PMS said the PM agreed with the Chancellor?s statement released earlier in the day. original source.
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Ann Maguire
Asked about a potential memorial for murdered teacher Ann Maguire and school safety, the PMS said it would be absolutely fitting that the local community in Leeds would want to pay their respects and tributes. There was a police investigation under way; if there were lessons to take forward from the investigation they would be […]
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